Clyde & Co LLP > London, England > Firm Profile

‘The team has deep sector knowledge combined with an ability to provide practical and agile solutions. When fast-moving (and often complex) disputes arise – we are very glad to have Clydes on our side.’

‘Eleanor Coates is an exceptional practitioner. She has an incredible ability to quickly grasp complex matters and seamlessly provide practical and reliable advice.’

‘My specific experience with Clyde and Co is in the oil space. The level of commercial understanding is outstanding, which both minimises the amount of time lost in explaining the specifics of the dispute but also improves the quality of the discussions.’

‘Hatty Sumption and associate Alexander George are a pleasure to work with. They efficiently digest the information and provide clarity with regards to the range of possible expected outcomes.’

‘From our experience, I can say that Clyde & Co is the go-to firm when you need a professional advice and legal assistance. They dedicate a lot of time for preparation and research, they use a variety of resources. All are very helpful and take a client-focused approach.‘

‘The most experienced and successful team in this field. Critically, they have deep experience of taking matters to fully contested complex hearings, which they make look easy – it isn’t.‘

‘A very hands-on firm and incredibly approachable despite their size and superb reputation.‘

‘Perhaps the best firm around for professional discipline cases involving solicitors.‘

‘The team is knowledgeable, hardworking and committed to the client’s interests.‘

‘Richard Harrison is a market leader for professional negligence and discipline and investigations, especially as regards solicitors – astute and wise, brings a huge amount of expertise and knowledge to the case, and a reassuring presence in difficult matters.‘

‘Fergal Caithie instils confidence in clients and reads the tribunal well.‘

‘Andrew Forsyth is a remarkable and outstanding lawyer, who has unbounded energy and is immensely likeable.‘

‘Joanna Bower is incredibly knowledgeable and skilful at providing a second-to-none service for clients.‘

‘A very energetic team with a strong emphasis on practice development and client service, which is delivered to a very high standard.’

‘Claire Petts is incredible and leads an amazing team. Joanne Bower is also simply excellent.’

‘Friendly, polite, efficient and helpful. Advice is given and explained exceptionally well and you are guided every step of the way.’

‘Excellent team with strength in depth.’

‘Phenomenally knowledgeable and user friendly with great tactics and acumen.’

‘Very pro-active and tactically astute.’

‘Richard Manstoff has superb technical knowledge and fights extremely hard for his clients.’

‘Gemma Brannigan and Claire Petts are always on hand to help the Trust with Court of Protection matters. They are efficient and reliable.’

‘Fast, effective and pragmatic advice.’

‘Simon Jackson is user-friendly and solution-orientated.’

‘Paul Lowrie: Highly skilled and empathic. Makes the difficult understandable. Gives the right recommendation’

‘Well regarded Insurance and Professional Negligence team. Carries weight and acts for our insurers so a good fit for us. Provide very sound legal and practical advice based on experience.’

‘Clyde & Co are simply the best of the best in this field. Unrivalled strength in depth; unrivalled experience; unrivalled judgement. They lay across the area like the Great Wall of China! Their team-working skills and document management skills are second to none.’

‘Richard Moody and Jonathan Brown are simply the leaders in UK professional indemnity insurance law. They each have huge experience, a real understanding of the insurance market and very agile legal minds that can see into all the corners of an insurance dispute.’

‘Mark Sutton is a well established and good leader of his teams.Detailed line by line billing, support on jobs, good use of client knowledge and good referrals regarding specialist help.’

‘James Roberts is incredibly knowledgeable in this area and works extremely hard on client’s behalf. Highly rated.’

‘Tim Crockford (Partner) and Natalia Jeremiah have both been very helpful on a difficult matter. Their guidance and expertise has been appreciated.’

‘Sarah Clover retains her place as the doyenne of the professional negligence world. Calm, careful, measured, but deadly! It has been said many times  – Sarah is the iron fist in the velvet glove.’

‘Bryn Hodges, Richard Moody and Jonathan Brown each very proactive and articulate credible negotiators and experienced insurance lawyers and litigators.’

‘Clyde & Co’s aviation practice has a history of looking for solutions rather than getting bogged down in the legalities of a case.‘

‘Maria Cetta is a tried and trusted lawyer who is especially adept at handling major accidents. She understands complex issues and always keeps the insured’s interests as paramount.’

‘The team at Clydes are subject matter experts on the airline industry. They really understand our business and are able to advise on many different issues. They are all knowledgeable and responsive (and are able to turn things around quickly).’

‘Their work is great – meticulous and diligent, each and every time.‘

‘Catherine West is a strong, highly skilled lawyer.’

‘Thomas van der Wijngaart has great experience in the aviation sector.’

‘Clyde and Co are head and shoulders the best firm for HSE and environmental work in the North West, their staff from paralegals to partners are knowledgeable and diligent. They are a pleasure to be instructed by. ’

‘Chris Morrison is truly a leader in this field. Stellar client list, great judgement and a proper tough defence solicitor not afraid to take on the prosecution but able to compromise when in the best interests of the client. Mark Brookes is conscientious and an incredibly hard working solicitor who gives his clients 100% at all times. Fearless and highly successful with the results he achieves in apparently difficult cases. Other staff have always impressed me.’

‘The HSE team at Clyde & Co is one of the most proactive and knowledgable teams I have ever worked with. It is very responsive and deals with some of the largest insurance clients on the market.’

‘Chris Morrison is the partner with oversight of the HSE work at Clyde & Co. He has one of the canniest business brains you will find anywhere in the UK and is a real thought leader on developing issues in the industry and the profession’.

‘Mark Brookes is a phenomenal lawyer. He knows the law extremely well and researches the more esoteric points thoroughly, he has a great rapport with his clients and knows his cases inside out and back to front. Formidable.’

‘The team are highly responsive and deliver a 24 hour service for major incidents. They are supportive and very organised. They are extremely thorough in their approach to investigations and I am always comforted in the knowledge that the matter is being proactively handled. The team are friendly and approachable. They are also very clear with their advice when dealing with the business.’

‘Chris Morrison and his talented team are responsive, pragmatic and talk in plain English. They provide a free H&S helpline and only charge if a matter is created – a real godsend for our H&S people. They’ve provided excellent training to our H&S team, including a new course that we created based on practical examples from their experience, awarding lego to the winner! Like most in-house teams, H&S and the associated criminal regime is not something that we have expertise in. The team at Clydes have been a real joy to work with and they have invested time in upskilling us. ’

‘Chris Morrison is a true leader in his field. He uses his years of experience to take a pragmatic approach and he explains it all in plain English. He has my total confidence and respect, and is a joy to work with. ’

‘Vanessa Splaine is a stand-out lawyer with vast experience of handling and supervising the most complex NHS claims. Exceptionally skilled at building relationships with all involved in a case, she is extremely popular for her combination of good humour and nerves of steel.’

‘Claire Petts is a tough and capable litigator with an excellent nose for the case to fight.’

‘Chris Murray: commercially very astute, providing exceptional client service; justly loved by his insurer clients.’

‘Siobhan Mullins is an outstanding individual. Her expertise and knowledge are complemented by her exceptional commitment to customer care.’

‘Kate Duffy has impressed for her humanity and her professionalism in dealing with complex life-changing injuries claims. Her communication skills and collaborative approach to identifying and narrowing issues in dispute make her stand out amongst her peers. She brings a perspective and understanding of the often complex issues in life changing injuries claims that secures the trust and confidence of those involved in the litigation on the other side. It should not be underestimated how important that is in resolving often difficult disputes.’

‘Neil Southern is on top of the detail, as well as having an excellent strategic view and understanding of what the insurer client is seeking to achieve.’

‘Chris Eccles is a thorough and effective lawyer who understands both what is achievable and what the client wants, and can sail that difficult course to maximise outcomes.’

‘Judith Martin is an expert in difficult matters of work-related stress, abuse and bullying and harassment.  She is approachable and delivers on client expectations.’

‘The Clyde & Co team in the North West is exceptional. The team leadership is second to none, and the supporting associates are excellent.’

‘James Preece is extraordinarily hard working, astute, commercially savvy and intelligent.’

‘Comprehensive engagement with clients so as to work tirelessly to understand every single aspect of the specific needs of each case.

‘Very active case management that encompasses a collaborative approach so that no opportunity exists for even the smallest detail to be overlooked and this has consistently resulted in the most robust case management I have been involved with.’

‘Exceptional legal expertise that translates into service delivery unparalleled in my experience with other legal practices’

‘Louisa Robbins is a credit to the firm – she is an approachable, professional and engaging partner. She has exceptional knowledge of her specialism and I have complete confidence in the quality of her work. She has worked with me in building a strategy from scratch and has always prioritised the needs of my business and my team first.’

‘Their highly competent team provides a perfect combination of technical legal analysis and a sensible commercial approach delivered in a personable way.’

‘James Preece has exceptional depth and breadth of knowledge and experience .’

‘Excellent knowledge and expertise in the field of professional negligence.’

‘Anthony Brown is a very sharp minded lawyer who knows professional negligence and insurance disputes inside out. Exceptionally thorough in dealing with all aspects of an issue – really covers all bases.’

‘This is a small but highly regarded team that serves a local and national client base, and punches well above its weight. It benefits from the infrastructure of a big firm but has excellent local knowledge.’

‘Anthony Brown and Peter Tsimonos are both excellent, providing a London-standard service at regional rates.’

‘The lawyers are extremely capable, and willing to go the extra mile for their clients. They are also highly approachable and easy to work with.’

‘Anthony Brown is excellent. A great strategist, with fantastic attention to detail. David Meehan is a star in the making, with experience far beyond his years. An excellent lawyer who is a delight to work with.’

‘Exceptional thoroughness and very high standards of legal knowledge.’

‘Anthony Brown has excellent knowledge and provides clear, concise advice. He is able to weigh up practical considerations vs the legal requirements. A great team leader who clearly leads by example.’

‘A well-respected medical negligence team, which is routinely instructed by a range of medical defence organisations. Experienced in handling higher profile/complex litigations. The medical negligence practice is complemented by strong experience in medical product liability cases and medical regulatory proceedings.’

‘Graeme Watson has a range of experience in the medical negligence sector. A calm head and clear strategic thinking. Also a very good manner with clinicians who are invariably anxious about the overall process. Also uses his rights of audience as a solicitor-advocate on occasion to do appearance work as well.’

‘Duncan Batchelor is an excellent lawyer. He is commercially savvy and always tactically ahead of his opponent.’ 

‘The stand out individuals are Duncan Batchelor and Chris Dunn. They know the market better than anyone else, they are always meticulously prepared and their instructions to counsel are second to none. They are simply market leaders and operate at a level far in excess of their competitors.’

‘One of the market leaders. Clyde and Co is a well-resourced firm in the area that handles a variety of disputes. The two partners that head the unit are solicitor advocates, so cases are well prepared.’

‘Both Duncan Batchelor and Graeme Watson are experienced practitioners who prepare cases very thoroughly.’ 

‘They are all very approachable, very experienced, very flexible and fully understand the needs of their clients.’

‘Top-end firm with an enviable array of talent from partner level down and through its offices in Glasgow, Edinburgh and Aberdeen. Probably the market leader in the Insurance – PI: Defender sector. Just a cut above the competition, given its strength in depth.’

‘Broad range of skills covering motor, EL, PL(both injury and property damage) and products liability. Very good in all those disciplines. Senior members of the team are well versed in personal injury claims of the utmost severity and are go-to people for them in Scotland.’

‘Vikki Melville is a proven performer, always on the lookout for protecting client’s position and intensifying the relationship.’

‘This practice is preeminent in personal injury work. It was a pleasant surprise to work with such an organised firm.’

‘They handle the claims proactively and try and deal on a consensual basis with their opponents. They settle claims for the optimum amount and have good knowledge of the relevant law required whether it be EL, PL, Motor.’

‘Tanya Gordon is extremely knowledgeable and a good negotiator achieving good results.’

‘The firm has unrivalled experience in professional negligence insurance work. In my experience, instructions to counsel are thorough and tactical nous evident.’

‘Anne Kentish remains the ‘go-to’ solicitor for claims against legal professionals and disciplinary work. Gavin Henderson has considerable experience, in particular in claims against construction professionals and accountants. Both are excellent solicitors and bring a wealth of experience to the defence team in any claim.’

‘The team led by Nick Purnell make you feel they are fellow employees with you – they are your team. They listen well, they respond in a timely fashion, they ensure there is always someone available. They ensure their understanding of your business and your needs remains sound through the constant changes driven by the online field in which we operate.’

‘They have the ability to relate to our business, to understand its dynamics, to get to know our industry sector and to make you feel they are part of your team – 10/10! They have helped build our business to a position of strength and stability over the past few years and their contribution is much appreciated.’

‘Empathy, understanding, interest, enjoyment, commitment and availability. All key contributory factors into why Clyde & Co’s commercial team have retained our business for many years and assisted us significantly in our success.’

‘Great legal documentation skills; the team created complex legal partnership structures, with many levels of shares and debt, and were able to document all this under great timing pressure, without error.’

‘Nick Purnell takes an active interest in his clients. He is always interested in getting the right result for the client.’

‘Simon Vere Nicoll has a brilliant legal mind and the ability to connect legal structuring with commercial sense.’

‘Victoria Green is a reliable and fast-moving lawyer with excellent attention to detail.’

‘Nick Purnell and Victoria Green have both been pillars of strength to us throughout past years of running our business, and in 2020 very influential in getting the sale of our business across the line. This was nine months of total commitment from them 24/7 in the face of many obstacles, but they more than held our hand across the finish line.’

‘An exceptional professional indemnity team, mainly offering insurers high-quality work at competitive rates.’

‘Phil Evans, Tony Nurse-Marsh and Jim Taylor are highly skilled and experienced, particularly in solicitors’ negligence cases. They all have good judgement and can tell which points to take and which to leave.’

‘A good team building up in Bristol.’

‘Tony Nurse-Marsh is pragmatic and commercial.’

‘Jim Taylor stands out as excellent.’

‘They are always well prepared, on top of the facts and law, and constructive in their approach to mediation.’

‘Tony Nurse-Marsh is a very sound and commercial insurance litigator. Philip Evans is also very good at directing settlement negotiations in the interests of clients.’

‘Ivor Edwards – partner. Deep knowledge of the London insurance market and always pragmatic.‘

‘The team is one of UK’s premier corporate insurance practices with depth of experience in both the Lloyd’s and wider London companies market.’

‘With a prior background of having worked in the insurance industry, Ivor Edwards is the consummate corporate insurance partner. He demonstrates both a superb understanding of client needs and requirements, as well as excellent transactional and regulatory knowledge that is amongst the best in the legal market.’

‘In-depth knowledge of the London insurance market and Lloyd’s, in particular.’

‘Clyde & Co excel at maintaining the perfect balance between impressive fee earners fighting high profile cases and always maintaining great client relations. Highly regarded in the insurance industry, as well as by large private clients. Great people to work with and for.’

‘An energetic and pro-active team who have adapted to the practical/IT challenges of the Covid era with aplomb.’

‘Paul Smith is an exceptionally thorough lawyer with excellent client management skills and good tactical sense.’

‘Tony Cawley handles large and complex cases with poise and a calming manner that puts clients at ease whilst confidently guiding the case to the right conclusion.’

‘We operate exclusively in the complex area of PFI and Clyde have consistently shown themselves to be highly knowledgeable and professional in advising on and dealing with a variety of issues. They are solutions driven rather than seeking to pursue complex arguments which drive unnecessary costs’.

‘The team at Clydes listen to our opinions and give solid advice on complex matters, keeping us fully informed at all times and providing clear cost information’.

‘Liz Jenkins and Laura Coates consistently demonstrate a detailed understanding of the PFI Market and the associated legal documentation. They also do not take the client relationship for granted and regularly seek formal feedback on performance. In my experience this aspect particularly is unique’.

‘Availability for discussions has been constant making you feel that your work is a priority’.

’The team at Clydes is first class. They have a complete mastery of the detail of their cases, manage their clients incredibly well and are excellent at presenting their cases to arbitrators (both orally and in writing).’

‘Strong commercial and legal skills. Very flexible approach and speak the same language as their clients. Willing to adapt and always meets deadlines, even if these are short.’

‘Lucy Frith has been an excellent support. She has very quickly got up to speed on very technical matters and got to grips with lengthy, complex contracts with ease. She speaks the same language as our in-house teams and we had no concerns putting her in direct contact with the technical team to understand the matters in hand. The quality of the work she provides is excellent and we would highly recommend her.’

‘The team we work with are very approachable and user-friendly and make themselves available at short notice where there is urgency. We have been able to develop a personal relationship, which helps to make the process more efficient and gives us comfort that the advice we are receiving is of high quality. ‘

‘I have worked with the construction team under John Morris for many years and there is consistency in who I deal with. They are very clear on billing and manage their advice tightly within budgets that we agree at the outset.’

‘Good strength in depth, appropriate use of more junior staff, very knowledgeable.’

‘They always look to improve and adjust the documents to reflect the changes in the market. Importantly, they are very clear on billing and manage their advice tightly within budgets that we agreed at the outset.’

‘I value their advice based on the individuals I have worked with for many years; they are clear in presenting technical points and supporting me with adaptions to standard terms to suit the needs of the project.’

‘Good strength in depth, appropriate use of more junior staff, very knowledgeable.’

‘We have a very personal service from Clyde & Co and this makes the process very smooth and straightforward. The individuals we work with are very knowledgeable in their relevant subject areas and provide us with solid, practical advice to help in negotiating our appointment terms and conditions with our clients.’

‘The team we work with are very approachable and user-friendly and make themselves available at short notice where there is urgency. We have been able to develop a personal relationship which helps to make the process more efficient and gives us comfort that the advice we are receiving is of high quality.’

‘Pragmatic, extremely responsive and up to speed with the latest developments in the shipping industry.’

‘The Clyde & Co Shipping team are true market leaders. We are continually impressed by their sector knowledge combined with quick turnarounds on demanding matters.’

‘Clyde & Co are an excellent firm and the marine casualty/cargo casualty team is one of the very top teams in the business. They really go all out for their clients and give them a great service.’

‘Eleanor Coates continues to deliver exceptional service. Her deep sector knowledge and her ability to provide quick, practical legal advice are an impressive combination.’

‘Simon Culhane has a remarkable ability to solve problems. He always considers the client’s position and provides practical advice. He knows the Japanese market very well.’

‘Will Trustram is a newly-qualified partner who is both hands-on and strategically astute. He adds real value and does not rely upon counsel to formulate the legal framework for the presentation of his clients’ disputes. To the contrary, he is thoughtful, analytical and constantly striving to advance his clients’ interests.’

‘Jai Sharma is an an absolutely excellent solicitor. He has a very quick legal brain and can really think outside the box. He always has the key facts at his fingertips and he is very commercially astute. Much loved by clients and a pleasure to work with. Martin Hall is also a huge asset with many years of hands-on experience. He has a really creative legal mind, great practical knowledge and is a delight to work with.’

‘Rebecca Armstrong is an outstanding young partner who is very collaborative, results driven and overall a high performing individual. Rebecca is able to harness other talents within the firm to present a seamless set of solutions to the client.’

“The team we utilise within Clyde & Co have a very clear understanding of our business requirements for all defendant litigation work. Their knowledge of the relevant legal environment mean that they enhance the business relationships with our other key partners and are best placed to provide the solutions that we require when defending and resolving cases.’

‘Our primary and longstanding contact is Mark Hemsted. Mark has an excellent bespoke knowledge of all our claims business requirements. He also has an extensive knowledge of the work where he is instructed and provides a personal and detailed service to our team for complex and catastrophic motor injury claims.’

‘A young, adaptable, personable and dynamic team with a modern and pragmatic approach to litigation, which has adapted excellently to the pandemic and paperless working, and is able to understand the needs of a wide range of foreign insurers where the litigation setting is very different to our own.’

‘Craig Evans is an old pro despite his young age, with a clear ability to bring on juniors in his team and shape them into fine young lawyers who then become a credit to his team. A true leader and destined for partnership.’

‘The team has very good expertise and great experience in cross-border personal injury litigation. They are an excellent choice for insurer clients having to deal with such cases as they are alive to the difficult issues arising in such litigation, which often need to be considered and dealt with in short order, for example jurisdiction issues or limitation under foreign law. Their focus is highly practical, with a willingness to fight cases to a conclusion where appropriate and to seek compromise where that suits the client’s best interests.’

‘Craig Evans is experienced, with up-to-date expertise in the area. He is approachable with excellent client skills and sound judgement.’

‘Clydes are a supremely professional outfit with expertise in all areas of insurance litigation. They have superb strength in depth from senior partners down to highly skilled and trained associates; there are no gaps in their teams and they have a huge human resource base of knowledge and experience to call on.’

‘Excellent knowledge and experience allied with commercial nous. Chris Murray is superb – a big hitter in the insurance defendant catastrophic injury litigation arena for both motor and all liability fields.’

‘The team at Clyde & Co are an extension to our current team. The relationship, way of working and approach to the cases has been exceptional. There are regular, consistent meetings to help develop our relationship.’

‘The two individuals I speak with at Clyde are approachable, friendly, professional and nothing is too much. They will accept feedback, notify us on cases that they think need consideration and continue to report frequently on the working relationship between our teams, not just the MI figures. No case is too big or small and every consideration is given to reporting and updating our teams. The two contacts are Karen Elliot and Ben Parkin.’

‘Karen Elliot – Strong all round but excellent at helping support and develop my staff without having any impact on the supervision of work under her remit.’

‘Ben Parkin – An excellent technician which he is able to transfer to his staff ’

‘Damian Rourke has a keen analytical mind and innovative approach which is second to none. He is fiercely bright, commercially aware and has exceptional judgment.’

‘The team consists of numerous very experienced fraud practitioners. It is refreshing to work with people who are, from the outset, well-versed in the issues that frequently arise in this area of litigation. In my experience the team are enthusiastic and dedicated.’

‘The individuals I work with communicate effectively with clients and Counsel alike. They are clear about what they want but are also keen to take on advice which is offered and assist to ensure that a case runs smoothly. They are approachable and friendly yet efficient.’

‘A hugely acute and tactically astute team of lawyers in the environmental field. This is a complex and tricky area both legally and practically – and the Clyde team are, to use the vernacular, all over it. Their client care seems to me to be second to none in this field.’

‘Rod Hunt is completely on top of his cases. He is never fazed. This is an area of law where even seasoned practitioners can sometimes stumble through the thicket of legislation, but Rod never does. Very impressive indeed.’

‘Outstanding individuals with an exceptional eye for detail and commercial acumen. Together, they work brilliantly as a team and are extremely responsive. I have been extremely impressed with their approach to novel and emerging environmental issues and their desire to be able to keep their clients up to date.’

‘Rod Hunt is extremely alert to issues that are likely to affect clients and provides exceptional advice. Chris Morrison is commercially savvy and excellent tactically, and unafraid to give the right advice. Stephanie Lunt is brilliant, dedicated and always has the necessary detail at her fingertips.’

‘The environmental law team at Clyde & Co is supremely knowledgeable, dynamic and one of the best there is.’

‘Rod Hunt is an environmental law genius. He has a complete mastery of this tricky area of law and boardrooms love his attention to detail. Corporate clients want him fighting their corner. Roger Cartwright is an exceptional young lawyer. He is not out of place in boardrooms and has a relaxed style. Nothing can ruffle his feathers, which is a superbly calm and reassuring feature for clients. Stephanie Lunt is a complete asset to the team: she is calm, focused and on top of the detail of her cases. Corporate clients love working with her.’

‘The whole team is very slick. They have a good understanding of each other’s caseload so can step in very effectively for one another. They are very experienced and there is no-one better dealing with disease litigation in their region.’

‘Toby Scott shows technical and strategic foresight.’

‘Clyde and Co have an excellent team of PI and disease defence lawyers who work well as a team with their insurers and counsel.’

‘I know them for their excellent insurance-based team. They are good at pro-actively handling group litigation orders.’

‘Well versed in their area (personal injury and disease specialists) and in related insurance work.’

‘Partner-led, honest and pragmatic advice.’

‘Mary Anne Roff is patient, pragmatic and sensible in finding a way through issues. I have a lot of trust in the advice we receive as a business and find a really valuable sounding board in the team at Clyde & Co.’

‘Effort and hard work all round – tight deadlines and speed of response was excellent.’

‘Good knowledge and ability to get things done.’

‘Clyde & Co were clear from the start that they wanted to fully understand the technical design issues of the dispute and the contractual situation before providing legal advice. Mary Anne Roff was proactive and provides clear advice.’

‘Mary-Anne Roff is knowledgeable about construction and can handle small adjudications through to large arbitrations.’

‘The practice is very forthcoming in terms of understanding the problems and the pitfalls associated with the legal solution we think is best for our construction dispute resolution. They are very pragmatic in advocating mediation and resolution without resorting to litigation, which is hugely refreshing. It is also worth noting that the entire team we utilise are female, which shows fantastic diversity. The transparency couldn’t be better, making an often difficult (construction dispute) a very pleasant experience.’

‘Mary-Ann is our contact and has a very positive, reassuring and confident attitude to construction disputes and has a vast understanding of the likely successes or failures that could result from the legal actions taken in dispute resolution.’

‘Clyde & Co’s health and safety team in Scotland benefits from practical experience of both civil and criminal cases. This is invaluable and being a small team, they are easily contactable.’

‘A respected practice with UK and worldwide coverage.’

‘Mark Donaldson is certainly the go-to solicitor for serious health and safety cases involving death or serious injury occurring north of Scotland’s central belt. A skilled negotiator, he regularly achieves fantastic results for clients out of court as well as in court. Real top drawer stuff’

‘The health and safety team is led by Mark Donaldson in Aberdeen. Mark is extremely experienced, very able and has great judgement; a true expert in the field.’

‘The team in Scotland has extensive experience of prosecutions, fatal accident inquiries and public inquiries arising from accidents in the workplace.’

‘Ann Bonomy is the stand-out individual in the team. She combines brilliant tactical awareness with extensive knowledge of the law; she is client-focused and gets results. Her in-depth knowledge, breadth of experience and pragmatic approach make her extremely sought after by clients.’

‘Very client-focused and appreciative of the client’s business.’

‘We dealt with Mark Donaldson on a long-running health and safety case which ended this year. He had a fantastic grasp of detail and an ability to cut through to only the relevant information and arguments. He was also mindful of the impact of the case on our reputation and financial reporting and always made sure his advice was not just legally correct but answered the concerns of our plc board.’

‘Accessibility to specific expert advice is unrivalled. The property litigation department has vast knowledge.’

‘Communication skills are first class. They are the go-to guys in the city for any property litigation issues, however complex.’

‘A multidisciplinary practice with a wide range of skills and expertise that provides a one stop shop for our business. The strength in depth means that matters are dealt with promptly and efficiently even when project leaders are on leave, and back up team have always been up to the job too.’

‘Keith Conway as managing partner delegates with obvious confidence in his team and is available to step in when necessary on more complex issues without undermining other team members. His wisdom has been useful in mapping out strategy and tactics in litigation matters with a view to achieving the best negotiated settlement.’

‘Excellent levels of expertise.’

‘One of the top firms of property litigators.’

‘Jeremy Stephen is a real stand out performer. Efficient, responsive, strategic, hard working, excellent client manner.’

‘The team are quick to respond & very pragmatic. They clearly know the law, but want to help you find a solution rather than just recite the legal text.’

‘The team gives clear advice and the service is excellent. It is clear that the team is very experienced in handling complex litigation about derivatives, which also involves applying foreign law. They really give you the feeling that the matter is handled by a safe pair of hands.’

‘Anna Myrvang is a very skilled litigator. Her knowledge of the file and the facts is excellent and she is very responsive to the client needs.  Conrad Walker is  a seasoned litigator. He is very sensitive to the client’s needs. He has a great strategic approach. Because of his broad experience he has a calming effect and he is able to guide the client through some very complex decision making pertaining tot the litigation and the litigation strategy. Claire Harpur is very thorough in her work‘

‘Anna Myrvang deserves special mention and provides excellent advice. Anna is commercial and goes above and beyond to meet her clients’ needs.‘

‘Tom White  – diligent, thoughtful and always available. An agile legal mind and a commitment to achieving the right commercial outcome for his clients.’

‘Clyde & Co has the size and skills to deal with the biggest cases and also the flexibility to take on more niche work. The firm has wide international experience and easily matches the best.‘

‘This is a litigation firm which results in a real depth of practical high-value dispute resolution experience. At the same time, their insurer client base ensures they are practical and commercial when handling claims. They are our go-to litigation provider.‘

‘The international reach of Clydes, through its network of offices and correspondent law firms is well suited to our requirement for a firm that can assist in bringing claims in a number of overseas jurisdictions.‘

‘The team consistently provides a solid service. From our perspective the team ranks top-tier.‘

‘Real strength in depth in the team.‘

‘Global network was really leveraged to bring us a distinct result.‘

‘The team comprises very qualified and experienced advisers, who not only are knowledgeable about international arbitration practice but have a very practical approach to dispute resolution and develop a strategy designed to achieve the best possible result for their clients in the most efficient manner possible.‘

‘The group is first class. They have a complete mastery of the detail of their cases, manage their clients incredibly well, and are excellent at presenting their cases to arbitrators (both orally and in writing).‘

‘Ben Knowles is fantastic at guiding us through the litigation/arbitration process.‘

‘Ben Knowles is a consummate tactician, and excellent at reading and presenting to tribunals.‘

‘David Leckie is one of the most talented and experienced practitioners I have ever worked with, having considerable knowledge and understanding of our industry (oil and gas) and the types of disputes that we deal with on a regular basis, enabling him to provide insight into the preferred approach to resolving such disputes.‘

‘Milena Szuniewicz-Wenzel has an encyclopaedic knowledge of the facts of a case.‘

‘The team is dynamic and not afraid to work hard.‘

‘John Whittaker is a standout partner, who is fully committed to delivering the best outcome for his clients. He is also very strategic and applies worldly wisdom and experience to great effect, as well as being a great pleasure to work with and very easy to communicate with.‘

‘Clyde & Co harness their outstanding professional negligence capabilities to devastating effect in the pensions dispute resolution world. They have enormous experience of dispute resolution and have now combined that experience with technical know how. When there is a tricky mediation or negotiation required they are second to none.’

‘Strength and depth in professional negligence matters with a strong focus on getting the best result for the client, coupled with experience and knowledge in pensions professional negligence matters.’

‘With more and more pensions-related professional negligence claims being advanced, their peerless expertise makes them a strong choice for the hardest cases. Their strategic vision was exceptional, as was the resource which they were able to deploy in massive disclosure exercises; and their case management and negotiation skills to close a settlement were exceptional.’

‘Understand client needs, always available, very knowledgeable.’

‘Adil Hussain is our go-to guy for Islamic finance.’

‘We have found the real estate team at Clyde & Co to be extremely competent technically, commercial, responsive and easy to deal with. Their fees are comparatively reasonable and they are prepared to agree fees not only according to hours spent, but also having regard to the value of the service to the client.’

‘John Pearce is our relationship partner. He is an excellent lawyer technically and combines this with commerciality, common sense and responsiveness. He is always prepared to discuss matters with you and give you his opinion rather than just simply handing down advice.’

‘The practice does not just focus on getting through the transactional / fee paid work but also the wider lawyer/client relationship – for example the training menu that has been implemented. They are keen to understand our business and how they can assist within a broader context keeping us updated with latest thinking and innovation.’

‘Laura Oliver recently joined Clyde & Co and has proved a great asset to the firm. As a client it is important that you have absolute faith in your lawyer’s knowledge, not just technically but also commercially, and Laura has both in abundance. She is also extremely diligent, turning drafting around quickly and always contactable to discuss matters. When embarking on any transaction, having Laura as part of the home team instils confidence in the project.’

‘The team is highly collaborative and supportive of each other so there is always someone able to assist. All the lawyers have excellent commercial instincts and are able to provide concise and relevant advice as to what is practicable and achievable as quickly as possible and at fair and reasonable cost.’

‘The team is led by Graeme Taylor who is highly experienced, personable and extremely approachable. Annabelle Redman mirrors these qualities and is always able to provide speedy and practicable solutions and advice. For both, the commercial imperative is all-important and I value this most highly.’

‘Prompt and reliable service.’

‘I have found their service to be absolutely excellent. They are experts in all aspects of the legal planning process and have been particularly helpful in assisting me with a very high profile planning appeal as well as some tricky section 106 agreements.’

‘Brian Greenwood has unparalleled experience in the ports sector and is a wise and tenacious adviser in this field.’

‘The planning team combines well on various planning-related matters, whether that is reviewing an application before it goes in, advising on strategy or looking at an appeal. The depth of expertise makes the whole thing work seamlessly.’

‘Brian Greenwood and Ian Ginbey are the standout practitioners both providing very clear and pragmatic advice.’

‘Ian Ginbey leads on my most high-profile project and has given expert advice from the start of the engagement. His recent experience of planning appeals is particularly useful for myself as a client who has only undertaken one such appeal in the past. The advice is pitched at the right level and on point all the time.’

‘Keith Conway is hugely experienced and his legal knowledge and commercial understanding is vast.‘

‘Led by the hugely experienced Keith Conway, the real estate litigation team is very in touch with the market and has a broad client base.‘

‘If you want a property litigator who has been around the block and really knows his stuff inside out, you want Keith Conway. There will be no aspect of property litigation which Keith has not dealt with before.‘

‘I always enjoy working with Keith Conway and his team.‘

‘Excellent client care. Highly responsive.‘

‘Jeremy Stephen is a strategic thinker and highly experienced litigator. Great client care. Always willing to go the extra mile. Knows how to get the result that clients are looking for. A pleasure to work with.‘

‘Clyde & Co’s geographical reach is impressive and the calibre of its legal professionals and advice are top rate. We find them to be responsive and very easy to deal with. The firm also appreciates the importance of diversity.’

‘Well-structured and led team.’

‘I have worked with Rachel Cropper-Mawer for many years. She has worked in senior internal regulatory/integrity roles within global corporates and has a long track record in practice. Rachel brings this insight and a balanced perspective to client situations to great effect. Her advice is clear and clients respect her for that. She masters detail and is knowledgeable about legislation and regulation relating to financial crime.’

‘Rachel Cropper Mawer is a top-notch partner. Highly dependable and effective.’

‘The team at Clyde’s is remarkable for its strength in depth. All members of the Clyde’s team with whom I work are outstanding as lawyers and as practical/tactical case managers. That is rare.’

‘Clyde and Co is a very high class organisation indeed. They are meticulous in their case preparation work and their instructions are always of the highest standard. They leave nothing undone in their efforts to present their clients’ cases in the very best light and the regulatory and motor team are right at the top of their game. I have nothing but praise for their commitment and the quality of their work.’

‘Their attention to detail, meticulous analysis and intellectual grip is very impressive.’

‘Robert King is quite frankly exceptional. The level of service and advice is exceptional value for money.’

‘Working with Robert King is like having an elite lawyer on my board of directors. He knows my business inside out and the partnership really works for me. He inspires confidence and has such strong people skills that you actually look forward to seeing your lawyer.’

‘Excellent advice. Excellent availability. Regular checking in and ensuring we are happy.’

‘Peter O’Brien and Josh Roberts have been excellent, really taking the pressure off in-house legal and efficiently resolving issues and bringing matters to a successful conclusion.’

‘Kate Lister provides excellent support to Peter, putting in the hard work necessary to keep the office’s construction team growing and functioning under increasing work load. She is a future star’

‘Very knowledgeable and shrewd. The team has a clear strategy and understands quickly the weaknesses and strengths of a case.’

‘Peter O’Brien: Excellent strategist. Always available to help or provide guidance.’

‘Kate Lister: Switched on. Always available. Hardworking and understands strategy very well.’

‘The team thinks outside the box to understand the needs of your partnership rather than just applying the general law and really understands what is practical and what just doesn’t work in the real world.‘

‘Sarah Clover is superbly responsive and knows the market’s ins and outs, not just the legal advice.‘

‘Superb blend of all-round legal expertise. Strong partners supported by excellent associates.‘

‘Richard Harrison stands out for professional negligence and disciplinary matters, including investigations, especially as regards solicitors. Astute and wise.‘

‘Clyde & Co cover all the bases in being able to service the legal sector’s own legal problems, whether those be regulatory, a professional negligence claim or a partnership dispute. A number of individuals have experience of advising and representing law firms across all three of those areas and that enables them to take a holistic view, for example being aware of the potential regulatory reporting obligations that may arise if a partnership is facing a financial meltdown.‘

‘Sarah Clover brings a calm perspective and deep wisdom to the most fraught situations. Also noteworthy in this area are Fergal Cathie and Richard Harrison.‘

‘Rachel Cropper-Mawer is tenacious, exceptionally hard working and excellent at client management and communication – she focuses on the things that really matter and getting the job done in the most effective way possible’.

‘From the perspective of a commercial silk, the Clyde & Co civil fraud litigation team are a pleasure to deal with’.

‘All of the lawyers are top quality and can be trusted to run high profile and high value commercial litigation’.

‘Without exception I have found the lawyers I have dealt with to be extremely bright, hard working and very tactically aware. They have made my job as Counsel so much easier, which has no doubt saved the client a lot of money’.

‘Whilst I hesitate to single out members of the litigation team I know at Clyde & Co, two people stand out for me. First, John Whittaker as the main partner in the department. He is incredibly experienced and comes with a great deal of well deserved gravitas. He has exceptional  client skills and is a great communicator. Second, Sabina Cehajic who is one of the senior associates.  Sabina is an up and coming star in the filed of commercial litigation and particularly in relation to civil fraud. Incredibly efficient and very hard working, she is also very personable and able to see the wood for the trees’.

‘The team at Clyde are our Team. We build relationships with them through work and outside of work and even via a remote basis in the past 12 months with fun online. Everyone enjoys their role and the feedback on our work is great. They accept our feedback and are approachable and therefore the quality of the service and work is exceptional at times’.

‘They embrace technology and have changed reporting over the past 12 months when we have highlighted what could or may be missing within their offering’.

‘Karen Elliot and Ben Parkin have displayed a fantastic level of knowledge and support over the past 12 months. They are different to others as they accept the way in which our company may work is different to others’.

‘I have worked with Charles Urquhart, Rob Hill, Chris Holme, James Major and Heidi Watson over the past year. They are all excellent lawyers and superb practitioners. They each know the law well but also have an excellent manner.’

‘Highly dedicated “hands-on” team. Very knowledgeable. Excellent collaborators.’

‘Chris Holme has superb interpersonal skills and outstanding judgement. Highly knowledgeable and strategic.’

‘James Major is a class act. Nothing phases him. A high class strategist, he knows how to successfully run large-scale High Court litigation.’

‘Are able to explain complex legal matters in a way that those with a non legal background can easily understand. Take a pragmatic approach, weighing up the legal and commercial side of matters. Explain the options and then assist you to make the right decision for your business.’

‘The team was efficient and very available. They work in an inclusive manner and are extremely flexible accommodating requests at short notice. They worked well with our in-house team. We appreciated the insight provided following litigation including lessons learned.’

‘The team is very partner-driven which is important to us since we are looking for judgement calls on very important and sensitive issues and we reliably get that.’

‘Chris Holme’s client service is excellent. I feel that we have a real partnership where I set out what I need and a realistic timescale and he always over-delivers. He understands the internal politics that I need to juggle and produces commercial, pithy answers.’

‘The team are proactive and provide a proportionate and pragmatic approach. The people are friendly, keen to help and deliver to timescales. Would recommend the Pensions team to other clients seeking a friendly legal team.’

‘The Collaboration between the legal teams and us was excellent. Our problem felt like it was theirs and you could feel the desire and willingness to resolve the issue.’

‘The London team is very driven to deliver excellent service.’

‘Terry Saeedi and Matthew Ambler have worked around the clock for me. They have done extensive research and fought for me to win. I have complete confidence in them and would recommend them to anyone. Such dedication from solicitors is rare.’

‘The team work together well, play to each other’s strengths, and collectively seek to approach work with a friendly, collaborative outset.’

‘Thorough understanding of the sector in which we operate.’

‘Very good understanding of our own company culture and how we manage risk.’

‘The partners and the associates we work with are effective, professional and easy to contact.’

‘Mary Anne Roff has an excellent approach – measured and calm. She is very good at working with both my commercial leadership and our engineers, and adds comfort and clarity to what are often very confused and difficult situations.’

‘Clare Hatcher has been involved in virtually all our service business activities in the UK for many years. She is a clear expert in her field.’

‘David and the team at Clyde & Co combine excellent knowledge and insight with a very personable style to provide support of the very highest calibre. They are knowledgeable, responsive and pragmatic.’

‘David Hansom’s insight regarding all issues of procurement law are unparalleled. He is friendly, engaging and understands the issues we face and how best to provide appropriate insight and advice.’

‘Clyde & Co really make the effort to get to know their clients which makes the advice they relevant and accessible. They go the extra mile and deliver – even to ridiculous deadlines.’

‘Easy to work with, knowledgeable and helpful.’

‘Very strong and pragmatic procurement and commercial advice for a variety of high-value matters.’

‘We have found the real estate team at Clyde & Co to be extremely competent technically, commercial, responsive and easy to deal with. Their fees are comparatively reasonable and they are prepared to agree fees not only according to hours spent, but also having regard to the value of the service to the client.’

‘John Pearce is our relationship partner. He is an excellent lawyer technically and combines this with commerciality, common sense and responsiveness. He is always prepared to discuss matters with you and give you his opinion rather than just simply handing down advice.’

‘The practice does not just focus on getting through the transactional / fee paid work but also the wider lawyer/client relationship – for example the training menu that has been implemented. They are keen to understand our business and how they can assist within a broader context keeping us updated with latest thinking and innovation.’

‘Laura Oliver recently joined Clyde & Co and has proved a great asset to the firm. As a client it is important that you have absolute faith in your lawyer’s knowledge, not just technically but also commercially, and Laura has both in abundance. She is also extremely diligent, turning drafting around quickly and always contactable to discuss matters. When embarking on any transaction, having Laura as part of the home team instils confidence in the project.’

‘The team is highly collaborative and supportive of each other so there is always someone able to assist. All the lawyers have excellent commercial instincts and are able to provide concise and relevant advice as to what is practicable and achievable as quickly as possible and at fair and reasonable cost.’

‘The team is led by Graeme Taylor who is highly experienced, personable and extremely approachable. Annabelle Redman mirrors these qualities and is always able to provide speedy and practicable solutions and advice. For both, the commercial imperative is all-important and I value this most highly.’

‘Pragmatic and effective advice and representation, backed up with a wealth of experience. A go-to firm for advice on all aspects of environmental regulation.’

‘Rod Hunt and Chris Morrison are fantastic lawyers at the forefront of regulatory law, specifically in the field of environmental law. Both are able to combine an acute commercial and practical outlook with great insight into this area of law. As a result, they know when to push back appropriately where a client has been treated unfairly and at the same time unhesitatingly provides realistic and pragmatic advice.’

‘Clydes are our go-to firm for everything relating to HSEQ regulatory matters.’

‘Rod Hunt is an excellent technical lawyer but is also extremely adept at making things simple for the business and being user-friendly.’

‘The team are always accessible to provide updates and advice. They share the reasoning for their advice to allow the client to understand and evaluate the risks and opportunities of the various options available, and listen to, understand and address the needs of the client at each stage of the matter being dealt with. Steven Cannon and Lucy Frith have delivered a very high-quality service across the period of a challenging dispute, leading to a successful resolution. ’

‘The Clyde & Co construction team in Manchester includes high-calibre lawyers with a great breadth of experience and knowledge. As a result, it has the same capability as many London-based practices, but with the advantage of lower hourly rates.’

‘The team has vast experience and a high level of capability in construction disputes in the renewable energy and infrastructure sectors. In particular, the team is very strong advising in relation to adjudication.’

‘I’ve worked with Steven Cannon for many years and he is an excellent strategic adviser, with the ability to understand and simplify very complex legal issues and provide practical solutions. Steve is also very client-friendly – he understands the businesses he works with, can communicate well and provides sound and commercially focused advice.’

‘Lucy Frith is an excellent lead, with a thorough understanding of complex issues and of our underlying commercial drivers.’

‘Lucy Frith has been excellent to deal with in complicated and time-critical matters. She really understands the technical details of our market and how to deliver pragmatic, efficient advice. She is an excellent and trusted adviser.’

‘The individuals at the firm are extremely knowledgeable regarding their area of practice and are able to explain complex matters in a simple and understandable way.’

‘I have worked with Ray Smith and David Blumenthal. I find them to be highly competent in simplifying technical nuances in a way that is easier to understand. They are also very commercial in their approach and help me to ensure that I have the bases covered. They are responsive, always deliver, and are very pleasant to work with and engage with.’

‘Very efficient – they were able to meet extreme deal pressure timings.’

‘Good, commercial, practical advice. Strong and innovative. Not overly risk averse and happy to give a commercial view on legal matters.’

‘The firm has an excellent understanding of the shipping industry.’

‘They are very practical and keep things simple.’

‘Norman Fraser is an excellent lawyer with an excellent breadth of experience and understanding of the aviation finance market with the added knowledge of a true aircraft enthusiast.’

‘Billing transparency and very competitive fee quotes notwithstanding high levels of partner engagement.’

‘The team is joined up, experienced and pragmatic. They have a sensible approach to fees and billings and are always committed to the wider, continuing relationship.’

‘Very professional, with excellent customer service and experience, good market knowledge and clear advice. They are also very forthcoming and willing to offer guidance for every step of the process, i.e. also at the general enquiry stage.’

‘Punch above their weight for their size and position in the market. Client-focused as they take the time to get to know their clients and tailor their approach accordingly. Reasoned and pragmatic advice, which is easy to digest. Responsive and efficient.’

‘Each member of the team faces challenges with good humour and patience. Nothing is too much trouble or effort. Dean Gormley on the banking side leads a team with cheer.’

‘Annabelle Redman is very knowledgeable and in my opinion on top of her field of expertise. She is my go-to person if I encounter unusual sets of circumstances or complex transactions. Response times are quick and she regularly goes the extra mile to provide a very good and personal service.’

‘Very good value for money – a firm with international reach and experience, and with very high quality patent advisors, but charges less than the leading firms for equally good work.’

‘Ralph Cox has a very extensive knowledge of patent practice and procedure such that he is fully up-to-date of all and any developments in the area. This means that he is very well placed to advice clients on the latest matters in the law. He is very good with clients, giving clear commercially alert advice. He is also very supportive of clients during what is sometimes a difficult process of IP proceedings.’

‘Clydes handle mid-sized cases skillfully and cost-effectively, while providing a very personal client service.’

‘Chris Williams is very client-friendly, reassuring and warm in comparison to some others in the profession. This makes clients’ experiences of litigation much less stressful than is often the case.’

‘Ralph Cox has unrivalled knowledge of patent law and practice – he is very good with clients and very supportive.’

‘Alejandro Garcia has multi-jurisdiction knowledge and gives outstanding legal, tactical and financial advice.’  

‘Lee Bacon deals with problems and keeps cases on track.’

‘They have an excellent international arbitration team that you wish to have on your side.’

‘We were very impressed with Alejandro Garcia. He was extremely knowledgeable and up to date with the latest cases. The way he handled our case was amazing.’

‘The Clyde & Co team provides service of the highest quality and a high level of sophistication in insurance, reinsurance and dispute resolution matters.’

‘They have a great ability to work as a team with local firms.’

‘The team at Clyde & Co are an extension to our current team. The relationship, way of working and approach to the cases has been exceptional. There are regular, consistent meetings to help develop our relationship.’

‘The two individuals I speak with at Clyde are approachable, friendly, professional and nothing is too much. They will accept feedback, notify us on cases that they think need consideration and continue to report frequently on the working relationship between our teams, not just the MI figures. No case is too big or small and every consideration is given to reporting and updating our teams. The two contacts are Karen Elliot and Ben Parkin.’

‘Karen Elliot – Strong all round but excellent at helping support and develop my staff without having any impact on the supervision of work under her remit.’

‘Ben Parkin – An excellent technician which he is able to transfer to his staff ’

‘Damian Rourke has a keen analytical mind and innovative approach which is second to none. He is fiercely bright, commercially aware and has exceptional judgment.’

‘The team consists of numerous very experienced fraud practitioners. It is refreshing to work with people who are, from the outset, well-versed in the issues that frequently arise in this area of litigation. In my experience the team are enthusiastic and dedicated.’

‘The individuals I work with communicate effectively with clients and Counsel alike. They are clear about what they want but are also keen to take on advice which is offered and assist to ensure that a case runs smoothly. They are approachable and friendly yet efficient.’

‘Accessibility to specific expert advice is unrivalled. The property litigation department has vast knowledge.’

‘Communication skills are first class. They are the go-to guys in the city for any property litigation issues, however complex.’

‘A multidisciplinary practice with a wide range of skills and expertise that provides a one stop shop for our business. The strength in depth means that matters are dealt with promptly and efficiently even when project leaders are on leave, and back up team have always been up to the job too.’

‘Keith Conway as managing partner delegates with obvious confidence in his team and is available to step in when necessary on more complex issues without undermining other team members. His wisdom has been useful in mapping out strategy and tactics in litigation matters with a view to achieving the best negotiated settlement.’

‘Excellent levels of expertise.’

‘One of the top firms of property litigators.’

‘Jeremy Stephen is a real stand out performer. Efficient, responsive, strategic, hard working, excellent client manner.’

‘Excellent advice. Excellent availability. Regular checking in and ensuring we are happy.’

‘Peter O’Brien and Josh Roberts have been excellent, really taking the pressure off in-house legal and efficiently resolving issues and bringing matters to a successful conclusion.’

‘Kate Lister provides excellent support to Peter, putting in the hard work necessary to keep the office’s construction team growing and functioning under increasing work load. She is a future star’

‘Very knowledgeable and shrewd. The team has a clear strategy and understands quickly the weaknesses and strengths of a case.’

‘Peter O’Brien: Excellent strategist. Always available to help or provide guidance.’

‘Kate Lister: Switched on. Always available. Hardworking and understands strategy very well.’

‘Vanessa Splaine is a stand-out lawyer with vast experience of handling and supervising the most complex NHS claims. Exceptionally skilled at building relationships with all involved in a case, she is extremely popular for her combination of good humour and nerves of steel.’

‘Claire Petts is a tough and capable litigator with an excellent nose for the case to fight.’

‘Chris Murray: commercially very astute, providing exceptional client service; justly loved by his insurer clients.’

‘Siobhan Mullins is an outstanding individual. Her expertise and knowledge are complemented by her exceptional commitment to customer care.’

‘Kate Duffy has impressed for her humanity and her professionalism in dealing with complex life-changing injuries claims. Her communication skills and collaborative approach to identifying and narrowing issues in dispute make her stand out amongst her peers. She brings a perspective and understanding of the often complex issues in life changing injuries claims that secures the trust and confidence of those involved in the litigation on the other side. It should not be underestimated how important that is in resolving often difficult disputes.’

‘Neil Southern is on top of the detail, as well as having an excellent strategic view and understanding of what the insurer client is seeking to achieve.’

‘Chris Eccles is a thorough and effective lawyer who understands both what is achievable and what the client wants, and can sail that difficult course to maximise outcomes.’

‘Judith Martin is an expert in difficult matters of work-related stress, abuse and bullying and harassment.  She is approachable and delivers on client expectations.’